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    Aransas National Wildlife Refuge (Texas)

    The bottom of what was a large pond (small lake). Drought conditions have taken their toll.

    hmmm... the posted version needs more pop...

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    I make these too but will try to get something on the lake bed to act as a center of interest.

    I am debating if the pattern is a strong enough graphic element to hold its own and will be interested in others impressions. To accentuate the graphic qualities, which I believe you need to do to make this study of the patterns work, I would go with a big increase in contrast. B&W conversion is another option to Michael.

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    I like the pattern but the light seems to be horrific. In what lighting conditions was it created?
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    Thanks Robert. I think I'll give the B&W idea a try. That usually helps when lighting is as bad as Artie noticed :)

    Artie- The shot was taken at about 3:30 in the afternoon. Not exactly prime time to shoot.

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    My B&W skills usually leave a little to be desired. Here's a high contrast conversion.

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    Well for these to work, i do think you need directional light to emphasize the cracks, but this may be a bit too much. I have a few but not been totally happy with what I have gotten. I think a higher viewpoint may help, looking down on the textures more. This is an area of imagery I am also trying to get better at, the lack of a subject/texture pattern stuff.

    With this, the left area of a somewhat circular radiating pattern catches my eye. I may try subtly dodging/burning to highlight it just a bit more than the rest.

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    Hey Michael,
    This isn't working for me either....because of the above mentioned center of interest...but mostly because of the light. I would love more texture in the mud....or maybe it's just too much.....try maybe a macro approach.....just 3 or 4 cracks and pieces??? Just a thought.

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    I tend to agree with everyone. It looked great in the field... but it doesn't seem to want to make it to print :)

    Last try...

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    Quote Originally Posted by Michael Lloyd View Post
    I tend to agree with everyone. It looked great in the field... but it doesn't seem to want to make it to print :)

    Last try...

    But it would make a excellent jig saw puzzle.

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    Hey Michael,
    sorry it took so long...but I was away on my tour to Florida.......I thought about this one a while......I really like the concept so I wanted to give you an idea.....I debated what i liked and dosliked about the image.....as mentioned above....the light was less than ideal....but the graphic nature was very cool.....I played with a few crops and decided....that maybe concentrating on a smaller part......may give the desired effect you were looking for. An idea for next time in the field. Let me know your thoughts.

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    or even this...

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    Thanks Roman. I think I like the second one better. Its a definite improvement over the others

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    I have tried these compositions but have difficulty in pulling it off. The harsh light makes it tougher.

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